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If Hamas doesn't return hostages...: Israeli PM Netanyahu warns to end ceasefire, resume intense fighting
Tel Aviv February 12: Following Hamas' recent announcement that it will not release Israeli hostages citing a 'violation' of the ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to pull out of the whole agreement if Hamas doesn't release the hostages within Saturday's deadline.
Israeli forces begin withdrawing from key Gaza corridor under ceasefire deal
Jerusalem, Feb 9: Israeli forces have begun withdrawing from a key area in Gaza as part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement that took effect last month, an Israeli government official said on Sunday.
Netanyahu returning to Israel after wrapping up US visit
Tel Aviv, February 9: After a week of discussions with US leaders, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed Washington on Sunday morning.
Three hostages released by Hamas heading to Israel: IDF
Tel Aviv, February 8: The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Saturday that three hostages released by Hamas were on their way to Israel, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment. Hamas released three Israeli hostages as part of deal in exchange for release of Palestinian prisoners.
Israel halts Palestinian prisoners' release after 'chaotic' scenes during hostage release, confirms receiving security assurance later
Jerusalem, January 30: Hours after delaying the scheduled release of 110 Palestinian prisoners in protest of the chaotic scenes during the handover of hostages in Khan Younis, Israel confirmed receiving security assurance from the mediators of the ongoing ceasefire-hostage deal.
Clean out that whole thing...: Donald Trump asks Jordan, Egypt to take in Palestinians from Gaza
Washington DC, January 27: In a shocker, US President Donald Trump suggested 'cleaning up' of the Gaza Strip, which is battered into rubbles following the intense Israel-Hamas war, and expressed the idea of moving Palestinians from the strip to some neighbouring countries.
Egypt says Israel to release 1,890 Palestinian prisoners during 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire deal
Cairo, Jan 19: Egypt announced that Israel will release more than 1,890 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) releasing 33 Israeli detainees during the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
At least 86 Palestinians killed in Gaza after ceasefire announcement
Gaza, Jan 17: At least 86 Palestinians, including 23 children, were killed in Gaza following Wednesday's announcement of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, the Palestinian Civil Defence said, amid ongoing Israeli attacks on the strip.
Moscow welcomes any deal leading to Gaza ceasefire: Kremlin
Moscow, Jan 17: Moscow supports any agreement that could lead to a ceasefire in Gaza, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Israeli President Herzog calls on Cabinet to approve ceasefire deal
Tel Aviv, January 16: Israeli President Isaac Herzog called on the Cabinet to approve the ceasefire agreement reached with Hamas on Wednesday night.
Global leaders welcome Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal
Washington DC, January 16: Following the announcement of a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas, global leaders have expressed optimism while emphasising the need for further efforts toward peace.
Joe Biden outlines three-phase ceasefire deal between Israel, Hamas
Washington DC, January 16: US President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced the successful negotiation of a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, ending over 15 months of conflict. The deal, structured in three phases, includes a complete ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and the release of hostages, including Americans, in the first phase.
Breakthrough in Gaza; Israel-Hamas agree to ceasefire deal: Sources
Tel Aviv, January 15: A breakthrough has been achieved in the Gaza conflict, with Israel and Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire deal, marking a potential turning point in the ongoing war, CNN reported citing sources.
EU welcomes ceasefire deal in Gaza
Brussels, Jan 16: High-ranking European Union (EU) officials welcomed a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and called on both parties to fully implement the deal.
One of toughest negotiations: Biden celebrates Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Washington, Jan 16: In a significant development following months of intense diplomatic efforts Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage deal. The agreement, reached with the mediation of the US, Egypt, and Qatar, will halt the ongoing violence in Gaza, facilitate vital humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians, and bring home hostages who have been held captive for over 15 months.
Egypt urges Israel, Hamas to reach ceasefire in Gaza
Cairo, Jan 15: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said that it's time for Israel and Hamas to demonstrate the political will to swiftly reach a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, "which could have been reached several months ago, sparing civilians and innocents from the fate they have faced."
Qatar says Gaza ceasefire talks in 'final stages'
Doha, Jan 14: Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Majed Al Ansari confirmed on Tuesday that the ongoing high-level Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha have reached an advanced stage.
Netanyahu holds meeting on hostages, sends team to Doha for negotiations
Tel Aviv, January 11: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a high-level meeting on Saturday evening to discuss the issue of Israeli hostages and missing persons.
Egypt reiterates two-state solution as 'only option' for Mideast peace
Cairo, Jan 9: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi emphasised on Thursday the need to implement the two-state solution "as the only option for achieving sustainable peace and stability in the region".